Redmi Note 13R vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra

The Redmi Note 13R (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4+ Gen 2, while the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads — 82/100 vs 29/100 (a 53-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5030); the Redmi Note 13R is noticeably lighter (205g vs 226g).

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13R by 53 points (82/100 vs 29/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 13R
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 24
Battery 41
Design 43
Value for money 55
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
Performance 87
Display 100
Camera 93
Battery 72
Design 17
Value for money 41
What makes Redmi Note 13R better?
  • Lighter: 205g vs 226g

  • Better design/ergonomics (43/100 vs 17/100)
  • Better value for money (55/100 vs 41/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Ultra better?
  • Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5030 mAh
  • Faster charging: 90W vs 33W

  • Higher performance (87/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (93/100 vs 24/100)
  • Longer battery life (72/100 vs 41/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi Note 13R vs the Xiaomi 17 Ultra, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra scores 53 points higher (82/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (87/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (93/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (72/100 vs 41/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 13R leads (55/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13R (87/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13R (93/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13R (72/100 vs 41/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi Note 13R notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (43/100 vs 17/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 13R is a bit better (55/100 vs 41/100).

Redmi Note 13R: The Redmi Note 13R is a better fit for everyday use.
Xiaomi 17 Ultra: The Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi Note 13R Xiaomi 17 Ultra
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 4+ Gen 2 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
AnTuTu 3593401
Geekbench Single 3640
Geekbench Multi 11033
Display 6.8" IPS LCD 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2460 3200x1440
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5030 mAh 6000 mAh
Charging 33W 90W
Wireless charging 0W 50W
DXOMark (camera) 166
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 200 MP
Front camera 8 MP 32 MP
RAM 6GB / 8GB / 12GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB / 512GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 14, HyperOS Android 16
Brightness (peak) 550 nits 3500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP53 IP68
Dimensions 168.6×76.3×8.2 mm 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm
Weight 205 g 226 g
Price $999
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 13R
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 8MP
24
camera
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
  • Main: 50MP f/1.63
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 200MP
  • Front: 32MP
93
camera
Display comparison
Redmi Note 13R
  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2460
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
  • 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 3200x1440
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 13R
  • 5030 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • No wireless charging
41
battery
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
  • 6000 mAh
  • NanoReview test: web browsing 16:09 hrs, total 33:23 hrs
  • Wired: 90W
  • Wireless: 50W
72
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi Note 13R
Price unknown
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
$999
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13R (87/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13R (93/100 vs 24/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13R (72/100 vs 41/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Redmi Note 13R notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (43/100 vs 17/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 13R is a bit better (55/100 vs 41/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 13R or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13R by 53 points (82/100 vs 29/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi Note 13R and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?

The Redmi Note 13R has a MobileRank rating of 29/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra — 82/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 13R or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on camera score (93/100 vs 24/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 13R or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on performance (87/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Redmi Note 13R over the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?

The Redmi Note 13R is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.